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baked tandoori-style chicken

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Recipe by
Daily Inspiration S
@DailyInspiration
Somewhere, TX

Such an easy way to enjoy tandoori chicken. Serve alongside your favorite Indian side dish.

prep time 25 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For baked tandoori-style chicken

  • 6
    chicken thighs, skinless
  • 1/4 c
    fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 sm
    onion, chopped
  • 4 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tsp
    coriander seeds
  • 1 Tbsp
    cumin seeds
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    paprika
  • pinch of chili powder (indian)
  • 1 c
    plain yogurt
  • red food coloring (optional)

How To Make baked tandoori-style chicken

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brush the chicken meat with lemon juice and set aside for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, place the onion, garlic, ginger, coriander, cumin, 1 tbsp. lemon juice, and salt in a small food processor. Process until the mixture forms a smooth paste.
  • 2
    Combine the spice paste with paprika, chili powder and yogurt - mix well until smooth. Add several drops of red food coloring until the mixture becomes a deep red color.
  • 3
    Place chicken pieces in a plastic bag or shallow dish and spread the yogurt mixture liberally over the chicken. Allow chicken to marinate for a few hours or overnight.
  • 4
    Place chicken on a wire rack over a large baking pan. Bake for 45 minutes or until the chicken pieces are tender and fully cooked through.
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